Designated Trails

Big Dominguez Creek -  29 miles south of Grand Junction, 9.5 miles one way, moderate hike - Trail follows the Big Dominguez Creek to the confluence of the Gunnison River.
Cactus Park -  22 miles south of Grand Junction, 5 miles round trip, strenuous hike - Trail connects with the Big Dominguez Creek trail.
Gunnison Bluffs/Old Spanish Trail
-  3 miles south of Grand Junction, 6 miles one way, moderate hike - Gunnison Bluffs trail follows along the Gunnison River with several overlooks, Old Spanish trail follows along the historic trail.
Little Book Cliffs Wild Horse Area - 5 miles northeast of Grand Junction, 36,113 acres open to hiking, with various designated trails with varying levels of difficulty - Wild horse area with a herd of 90-150. 
 

Fresh drinkable water or even streams with running water are rare within the GJFO management area.  Summer temperatures can reach 100+ on the lower elevation trails, be sure to pack in plenty of water.  Recommended:   at least 1 gallon per person, per day.

• Stay on the trail - follow the switchbacks even if you see a more direct route.

• Pack out your trash.

• Pedestrians have the right-of-way over bikers, and both hikers and mountain bikers must yield to horses.  

• Do not disturb wildlife or their habit along the trail.  Disturbing wildlife or damaging the environment destroys the trail for all of us.